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Feature: The Parlotones

Designer: Joel Janse van VuurenInternational: Ryan Mc Elhinney


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Edi

yes, editors can beat to the drum,ahum, Neil Pauw

(Parlotones drummer, giving me a quick lesson

EditorIn Chief


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What Ed has to say:

Hello everyone, welcome to 008 ITK Magazine.

My, my, this year is getting on and once again we are in a new monthand also one third of the way into 2011.

Summer in Cape Town has been phenomenal and also slightly tiring atthe same time. I want cooler autumn weather (I like the sun, dont get mewrong), but much prefer cooler, or cold weather. Well enough ofweather talk.

Right, we have caught up The Parlotones, they are amazing lads, we hada bit of fun with them, nothing too serious.

Then, if you have not seen the movie Black Swan (ok, so you dont haveto be a ballet fan), maybe use it as a Natalie Portman excuse(This is ifyoure dead set on not watching the film). It is a brilliant movie. Natalie isan amazing actress and the roles she always lands are just spot on. Just alittle warning, it is an emotionally dark film and you do get caught ofguard by a few scenes(I had the odd OMG moment, with a shriek here

and there).

Combining music and arts is fabulous, and talking about that, Poetry inMotion 2 will be on stage from March at the Artscape, so go and get yourtickets, go on then now.

I caught up with international designer Ryan Mc Elhinney who is afabulous creative individual, plus Zoe once again found a fantasticdesigner in South Africa, so have a read and see what they chattedabout.

There is always a lot of exciting things happening wit ITK the brand, youwill just have to keep up to date online and make sure you keep track.

Till then, have a great March, get the Easter bunny outfit ready, till then.

Be, IN THE KNOW

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IN THE KNOW MAGAZINE

Editor-in-chiefNina Zanie: [email protected]

Fashion EditorZoe Coetzeee:[email protected]

Features WriterAlison Bozacke: [email protected]

Photographer

Sivan Millere: [email protected]

Events OnlineHilgard Bergstedte:[email protected]

ContributorsFoxyDr MariaThako M Bana

ITWinston Benekee: [email protected]

The views expressed in our publication is that of the author andnot itk Magazine.

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4-5 The Editor-in-chief bit8-15 Half Parlotones Feature ..16-19 Those places abroad!20-25 - Tunes, Screen and Gadgets26-29 Cape Town Spots34-38 Fashionista Speak40 -45 -Joel Janse van Vuuren46-51 The pretty stuff from behind the lens52-55 - Durban Spots56-61 Happy Snaps

67-69 ITK MEN STYLE71-72 Absolut VISI read73-82 International DesignerRyan McElhinney85-88 Dirty, Sexy .Money91-94 Jozi Spots

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When we look at The Parlotones, one of

South Africas best local and internationalExports within the music industry, one cannot

Help but be in awe of their success and ImSure a lot of hard work that came with it all.

The one thing about The Parlotones, is that

They have an amazing sound, they are unique and as

A band, they are most definitely by far humbleDown to earth and in many ways real. Musician

In SA are extremely hard done by; withoutDedication, constant persistence in getting

Yourself out there, along with a good management

Team, there is certainly no reason why manyUp and coming, old talented or just talented

Individuals cannot make it in the industry.

Seriousness aside, ITK managed to ask the boysSome fun questions(why steer the typical interview

Route) I am sure there is only so much ofhow it all began questions.

ITK also recently worked with the lads, butMore so this is what some of the band members had to say.sadly

Khan and Neil went missing in action, we will publish their version toanswers online when we receive it. The Parlotones are currentlytravelling abroad


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THE NUMERICAL QUESTION

ITK MAG: If Neil had 2 drumsticks and gave away 1, how manydrumsticks will be left over?

Glen: Zero.Khan: Missing in Action!!!!!Neil: Missing in Action!!!!Paul: Are they KFC drumsticks? If they are, he is normally throwingthem at angry bloggers.

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ITK MAG: Tart

Glen: No thanks.Paul: Peppermint

ITK MAG: Recipe for a good night out?

Glen: Rum.Paul: I prefer to stay home, but if I'm dragged out I like some placewith cool music, but not too loud... like at home.

ITK MAG: How do you entertain your mates? Anything we shouldknow about, special party tricks?Glen: I generally get drunk and act really stupid, and then hearabout my shenanigans the next day, much to my despair.Paul: Jokes, stories about tour, talking about bands and music, theoccasional loud burp...

ITK MAG: Best or worst moment in life?

Glen: Deep. I dont think Ive experienced either yet.Paul: One of the worst was landing in a freezing cold Ireland,standing in a queue outside in the rain, waiting for a taxi for about40 minutes... one of the best was the hot shower and warm bed thatwas waiting at the hotel at the end of that taxi ride.

ITK MAG: Your first kiss?

Glen: Theres this old photo of me and my best girl friend kissing on aswing when we were like 5 years old or so. I guess that was it.Paul: Clumsy, but that's the story of my life.


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ITK MAG: Funniest thing you did to another band member whilst on tour?

Paul: Made Kahn fly all the way back to South Africa to judge Idols while

we lounged around in London watching movies and going to the pub.

ITK MAG: What dont you travel without, excluding your gear of course?

Glen: PSP, wallet, phone, watch.Paul: A couple of good books (although it's now a Nook), blackberry andlip-ice.

ITK MAG: Do you have band rituals before going on stage? If yes explain,if no, but you could have one, what it would it entail.

Glen: Nah. I can never stick to anything.Paul: We kick everyone out of backstage half an hour before show time,to focus and clear our minds. A drink of some sort to settle the nerves.Some exercises, nothing too hectic though. If I had to have just one, itwould be a long head massage. About 2 hours or so should be fine.

ITK MAG: Has fans ever A flashed their bits to you and B have girls everchucked undergarments onto stage? Or are the girls just plain boring?

Glen: Yes, yes, and yes.

Paul: Yes to both, quite often. Happened to me this afternoon actually,but it was my wife (so I dunno if that counts?)

ITK MAG: Would you braai Lady Gaga, if she rocked up at your house inher famous meat attire?

Glen: Im a vegetarian, so no, she can stand outside and get eaten bythe neighbourhood dogs instead.Paul: No, that's ridiculous! But if she showed up in that egg.... that's adifferent story.

ITK MAG: Who would make the ideal 5th band member of The Parlotones,why would you choose them?

1 SYLVESTER STALLONE / 2 - PAMELA ANDERSON/ 3 -VANILLA ICE/ 4 -STINKY / 5 -JULIUS MALEMA

Glen: One thing weve learnt is that theres no such thing as an ideal 5 th

band member. I would pick Pamela though, and make sure we alwaysshare a room.Paul: Stinky is already in the band, his real name is Neil Pauw. But I would

have to go with option 6. Sandra Bullock, because she is awesome. Oroption 7. Robert Downey jnr, he would make things interesting I canimagine.


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Serious Stuff: (Anyone mayanswer this) Glens

version2. Next Album? Lol.3. Travel Destinations? Everywhere! Hopefully Asia this year though.4. Tour Dates? Unknown.5. What youre hoping to achieve? 5 handicap.6. Few years from now? Same as now, just with more money andtouring more comfortably, with a baby or 2 in the mix.7. Locally based or International? How about owning houses hereAND worldwide?8. Country most interested to perform? Japan9. Are you on twitter and what is your group? I am, but Im not. If youknow what I mean?10. Facebook? - yes, www.facebook.com/theparlotones11. Website? Yes.
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Paul

Neil and Khan missing in action!


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Serious Stuff: (Anyone may answer this) Pauls Version

2. Next Album? - Hopefully this year, but not promising anything. Weare busy working on some new songs that you will start hearing at gigssoon.3. Travel Destinations? - Mostly America this year, but also Germanyand the UK.4. Tour Dates? - The whole year.5. What youre hoping to achieve? - To keep growing and improve.6. Few years from now? - To still be playing, touring, recording andhaving the occasional holiday.7. Locally based or International? - Home is where the heart is, and

that will always be South Africa.8. Country most interested to perform? - I love going to Switzerland.9. Are you on twitter and what is your group? - Yes, look forPaul_Parlotones or just Parlotones.10. Facebook? - Yes, www.facebook.com/theparlotones11. Website? - Probably, just Google it.12. What have been your influences? - Many, many bands. Some of myfavourite bands ever are Wilco, Violent Femmes, Radiohead, Muse, TheNational and more recently I've been listening to a lot of Rodrigo yGabriela and old Bon Jovi albums.

13. You toured with Starsailor, one of my favourite bands, what was thatlike? - It was awesome, such a cool band and really rad guys. We had thebest time, one of the best and most memorable tours so far.14. You had a packed out Dome with just your fans? Your thoughts? -Unbelievable, still hard to think we actually did it. We should do it againsometime...15. What is it like being small fish in big pond when travelling abroad?Does this take you back to the roots of where you began, so to speak inSA? - Yeah, it's a cool thing. Keeps that fire alive inside, the desire to winfans and play your best. And keeps you humble and makes you realize nomatter how big and cool you may think you are, you've still got a long

way to go.16. Or does this make your journey a lot more worth the effort? - Thejourney is never ending, always new surprises, rewards and challengesaround each bend.17. Your audience abroad, how has that been? - Very cool, it's alwaysnice to win over foreign audiences. it's growing steadily as well, each timewe go back the audience has grown. And we also start seeing regularfaces.18. No place like home??? - Absolutely.

Interview by , Nina Zani
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HAKKASAN / MAYFAIR

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the space embodies the Hakkasan design ethos of the modern ethnicnow found in Hakkasan restaurants around the world. Wooden screensand latticing made of dark English oak is the same luxuriant materialused for the 16-metre bar, and the Ling Ling dining area evokes oldschool Chinoiserie decadence, punctuated by black and goldtraditionally drawn panels. An open-plan kitchen is visible from therestaurant, making the activity in the kitchen part of the restaurantstheatre.

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Just outside your door, all of Manhattan awaits. The Muse Hotel New York iswithin easy walking distance to the best of Midtown New York, includingTimes Square, Broadway, the Empire State Building, Radio City Music Hall,Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue shopping.The Muse Hotel New York, fresh from a multi-million dollar renovation, inspireswith a chic, timeless design and stunning elements, like the lobby's dual-sided "fireplace" and the dreamlike forest of trees.

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STORY HOTEL

The philosophy of STORY HOTEL is to combine design and innovation withan attractive location in downtown Stockholm. Our mission is to offer asmart, stylish and new kind of hotel for today's traveler.Inspired by worn-down New York restaurants, Bohemian-chic Parisianhotels, and the progressive spirits of the artists and musicians who onceinhabited the building, STORY HOTEL is urban with a soul. Absolutely unique

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FAIRMONT

Experience a Dubai hotel of unparalleled luxury. With an ideal location,gracious service and exceptional amenities, Fairmont Dubai luxury hotel inthe United Arab Emirates offers an ideal escape.A unique blend of contemporary design and urban chic, Fairmont Dubai,

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THE PLAYA REAL HOTEL

The Playa Real Hotel is located in the exclusive beach of Talamanca.During your stay at The Playa Real Hotel, you can enjoy of an entertainedatmosphere with great views to Talamancas coast and to the city of

Ibiza. Enjoy the crystal blue water of The Mediterranean Sea. The PlayaReal Hotel offers "All Inclusive" service. That besides the three mealsincluded in the "Full Board" service, you can enjoy drinks, snacks andmeals at any time. A bus stop linking Talamanca to the rest of Ibiza just afew meters away from the hotel.

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URBAN ST LEONARDS

Urban St Leonards in North Sydney is a special place, big on designer styleand with a focus on relaxed modern comfort. Whether youre staying withus for a meeting or conference, or enjoying some leisure time, wereserious about helping you unwind. So weve designed a hotel space andluxury guest room accommodation that offers comfort thats the next best

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This Russian-language comedy drama fromdirector Radu Mihaileanu stars Alexei Guskovas Andre Filipov, former music prodigy andcelebrated conductor of the Bolshoi Orchestra,the greatest orchestra in Russia. Today, aged50, he still works at the Bolshoi, but as acleaner.

During the communist era, he was fired at theheight of his fame for refusing to get rid of allhis Jewish players considered Zionists andenemies of the People including his best friendSacha Grossman. After his dismissal Andre sankinto booze and depression.

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The documentary Freakonomics is the highly-anticipated film version of the bestselling bookFreakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores theHidden Side of Everything by Steven Levitt andStephen Dubner. Like the book, the film examineshuman behaviour from a perspective ofincentives and statistics with provocative andsometimes hilarious case studies.

The film brings together a dream team offilmmakers responsible for some of the mostacclaimed and entertaining documentaries inrecent years:

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Nominated for best drama at the upcoming 2011Golden Globe awards, this Darren Aronofsky(Requiem for a Dream, The Wrestler)-directedthriller drama follows the story of Nina (NataliePortman), a ballerina in a New York City balletcompany.When artistic director Thomas Leroy (VincentCassel) decides to replace prima ballerina Beth

MacIntyre (Winona Ryder) for the openingproduction of their new season, Swan Lake, Nina ishis first choice. But Nina has competition: a newdancer, Lily (Mila Kunis), impresses Leroy as well.

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The Girl Who Played with Fire

is the second novel in the best-selling "Millenniumseries" by Swedish writer Stieg Larsson. It was

published posthumously in Swedish in 2006 and inEnglish in January 2009. The book features many ofthe characters that appeared in The Girl with theDragon Tattoo, among them the title character,Lisbet Salander, a social misfit, and Mikael Blomkvist,an investigative journalist and publisher of Millenniummagazine. Mikael Blomkvist, publisher of Millenniummagazine, has made his living exposing the crookedand corrupt practices of establishment Swedishfigures. READ MORE

War. Fast Food. Pornography. Pervasive in ourculture, these three obsessions may seem torepresent the worst qualities of humankind. But whathave our lust, greed and rage driven us to achieve?In this surprising and original book, Peter Nowakargues that most of the major technologicaladvances of the last sixty years have stemmed fromthe trio of billion-dollar industries that cater to ourbasest impulses. From Saran Wrap to aerosols, digital

cameras to cold medicine and GM foods to Google,many of the gadgets and conveniences we enjoytoday can be traced back to either the porn, militaryor fast food industry. READ MORE

"This book is about luck perceived and disguised asnonluck (that is, skills), and randomness perceived and

disguised as nonrandomness (that is, determinism). Itmanifests itself in the shape of the lucky fool, defined

as a person who benefited from a disproportionateshare of luck but attributes his success to some other.

An irreverent introspective rumination on thedeformations caused by randomness throughliterature, markets, philosophy, science, andmathematics, and a presentation of applied stoicism. Itmade many readers feel better about theircomparative fate. READ MORE
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It is a favourite amongst ITK, it most

certainly is not the IPAD, but perfectfor a on the go device. You can alsouse it as a mobile, a little on the largeside, at least you will not haveproblems with the key pad. This littleno is under R8,000 so not a break inthe bank balance.

How much of a tech junkie are youthen? The Alienware, one of the mostexpensive laptops Ive come across to

date, has all the specs and computertech specs if youre into fast, reliable,super turbo boost computer facilities.Incredible connection is where itsavailable at a whopping R29,999.95.

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Well it seems MZ from Facebook istaking it all one step further withTrent Reznor and Atticus Ross whohas put together The Social

Network soundtrack. Yes, it is nottoo bad, something to put into thecollection. You decide, happylisting.

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I enjoy Lira and her latest album provesto be exactly that of chilled out Sundaylistening. She does has the mostfabulous voice. Perfect beats to playlistif youre having a dinner party, make

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Keenwa

The first of it's kind in SouthAfrica, a Peruvian restaurant inCape Town finally we will all be

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Opal Lounge

The Opal Lounge is no ordinary restaurant.From the moment you enter the gates ofthis historic property you will know that youare in for a special treat. This is a uniquedining experience. Quoted by many asone of Cape Town's sexiest spaces, TheOpal Lounge is the perfect venue for anyoccasion - cocktails, a simple dinner withfriends, a romantic dinner for two, or use

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Adderley Hotel Cape Town

The Adderley Hotel in the heart ofCape Towns city centre blendsgracious urban historic facades withchic 21st century luxury interiors.

Situated in the historical end ofCape Towns main thoroughfare,Adderley Street, the hotel is wellplaced for corporate travellers withbusiness interests in the city as wellas for tourists who wish toexperience Cape Towns finestleisure attractions.

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Pepper club hotel

A new level of sophistication and

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Icon Hotel

Icon, this luxury Cape Townhotel can only be described asmodern, sophisticatedelegance. Located on CapeTowns Foreshore, built onreclaimed land from the sea inthe 1930s, this condo hotel

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As we revel in the last touches of summer ITK brings you our latest colour crushesand fashion fantasies, and we promise you only the best in fashion fabulousity! Sit

back, take a sip of that vanilla vodka and enjoy.

Think PinkFrom catwalk queens tored carpet divas and killer magazinecovers, a new colour has slowly creptto the fore once more. ThinkPINKPINK PINK! Although pink can nowpass in everything from candy toneon, it is the muted and darling,dusty shades of nostalgic pastel that

are leaving the ladies in a blush thismonth. It is a perfectly lovely shade topass a summers afternoon in, ordelicious accent to mix with denim orto add some colour to your look. Playwith the pretty pastel mixes andmatches this month to be as sweet assugar and spice, and all things nice.ITKs fashionable favourite has to bethis gorgeous little number byMinkPink, available from Rozanne &Pushkin stores.

Denim Heaven d is for denim! Yougotta love this wardrobe staple, andnow that it comes in everything from asuper stylish waist coat to party perfect

shirt dress, there is no overlooking thisnever ending fashion fundamental.Washed, worn, short, shaggy, long,lean think acid washed denim shorts

and the beach, think dark denim jeansand with killer heels, think denim skirtand Thailand tan, think distresseddenim jacket and floral, think sexy,devilish denim playsuitthink denimheaven! ITK is loving Cinnamons

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ITK STYLE

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Tuck it up everyone knows that summer is

the season of shorts, but this summer hasseen a sexy new twist that promises tocarry on with a strong showing. High waistshorts now offer the option of turningcasual into classy and day into night with asimple change of shoes. Ladies, tuck it up,because this month ITKs fashion forward

muse has to be the vintage inspired highwaist look. This can be worn in a multiple ofstyles, and can flatter every flaw. Be brightand choose a pair in a dash of colour, orgo nautical and love the navy, anotherfavourite has to be the playful floral andpolka dot prints available find a pair youfeel comfortable in and they can bemade to work in almost all fashionemergencies! ITK loves these cute stripedshorts, with military button finish.

Pretty in Prints We all going on

a summer safari this month so

tighten those strappy sandalsbecause animal prints haveescaped the zoo and areleaping onto everything thatmoves, including you! They arebrash and bold, but definitelybeautiful, an instant mix ofglamour. This month let thatinner animal out and indulge insome pattern passion! Leopard,Zebra, Tiger on everything from

handbags and headbands, toparty frocks and fitted tops, bebrave and be free with this wildand fun fashion frenzy. ITK isgoing crazy for this grey GiraffePrint halter neck dress byCinnamon. Made to order,contact them [email protected] or atcinnamonvintageinspiredclothin

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Belted up With the glory days of the power suit fadinginto the 80s, ITK now offers you the waist belt. Belt up comradettes.Add a tan waist belt with crisp white shirt and dark denims for a cool

classic, or clinch your favourite summer dress to instantly update it.Waist belts are gloriously feminine, outlining every curve while at thesame time a modern day armour plate declaring our emancipation.ITKs selection this month is Missibabas enchanting creations. Swanbelt in distressed grey nappa, R1650.00, and group of tux belts,

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Bling Bling Ring Bright, bold and beautiful cocktail rings are a gorgeous accessory must this month. They are daringus to sparkle sparkle sparkle! It is all about being dashing and divine, notime for caution, this trend sees all that glitters stacked and piled on our

perfectly manicured, tanned fingers. Without costing an arm and a leg, acocktail ring is the perfect way to finish your look, and shine in the spotlightas the diva you deserve to be. Coming in all shapes, colours and styles,there is a ring for every function and fashion which promises to be

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Cuff it Ladies its time to embrace it leather has come back inmany different guises this season. One of the easiest ways to incorporatethis look into your wardrobe is with accessories. Layering is not only a greatoption with your clothes, but jewellery en masse is the look de jour, andleather should be the ITK girls first choice. Wrap it, cuff it, snap it, buckle it,but make sure that you are rocking it one way or another to be one stepahead of the rat pack. ITKs favourite hot leather looks this month areavailable from Onyx Jewellery Collection. Available by order from

[email protected] or from c: 083 448 6474. AffirmationBracelet, R150.00. Leather & Silver cuff, R295.00, Plaited leather with metalclasp, R190.00. ITKs tip is dont just choose one, but pile them high for aloud and proud statement!

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Joel Janse van Vuuren Perception of Beauty

[11:12:38 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Hi Joel, how you doing? Thanks so much forjoining ITK for a chat![11:13:34 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Hey, it's a pleasure, thanks so much for

this opportunity. Im doing well thanks, its a perfect day here inJohannesburg.[11:14:32 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Can't say the same for Durbs - its all cloudyhere! Give us a little trip down memory lane, where did you grow up andwhat and where did you study?[11:18:06 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Well up until December last year I wasbased in Durban, having grown up in the surrounding areas, it became theinevitable place to study fashion design. I began studying in 2005 at LineaAcademy but crossed over to the Durban University of Technology in 2007,where I received my Bachelor of Technology in Fashion and Textiles. I'm nowliving in Joburg, and am in the process of launching my brand.[11:19:40 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Awesome - so what inspired the move toJoburg? Are you enjoying the bright lights of the big city?[11:22:45 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Thats one of the reasons I moved up,for the bright lights :) well that and family, to me family is important and itsgreat to finally be around them again. In terms of work, I'd say there is a lotmore happening in the fashion industry in Joburg and Cape Town comparedto Durban, unfortunately because Durban has great weather, generally, andpeople, and yes I am enjoying Joburg.[11:25:43 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Glad to hear you enjoying it! Sadly it does seemthat Durban loses a lot of very talented people to Joburg, us Durbanites need

to do something about that! So what is the Joel Janse Van Vuuren label allabout? Do you focus on certain pieces?[11:31:09 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: My brand at the moment focuses onwomens high fashion, one off pieces that toy with different silhouettes andstructures, these pieces also lead to a ready-to-wear range which is in thepipeline. I'm still in the process of developing my label so in my head I have a"under construction" sign but for now I really focus on developing my owncreativity and portraying my perception of beauty.


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11:33:24 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Well from what I have seen the world is going tolove your perception of beauty, and I can't wait to watch the label unfold!You create such beautiful and unique garments, I have to ask, what are you

wearing today?[11:36:06 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Haha, well nothing out of the ordinary Isuppose, beige corduroy shorts, a grey printed wide neck t shirt and Adidastrainers. For my personal wardrobe its about comfort, colour and shape.

[11:37:46 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Well you always look great, so thanks for sharing! Ihave to agree there is nothing better than being comfortable while lookinggood![11:38:33 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Named as one of Cleo Magazine's up andcoming, hot, local talent to keep an eye on, how did you get your name outthere?[11:40:45 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: One of the best ways Ive heard of

getting your name out there is by entering competitions, it's the best way toget experience and get people to know your name. That, and also just puttingyourself out there meeting people, dressing people and sending your workthrough to different publications.[11:42:34 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Having then started your own label from scratchand being on the process of establishing yourself, do you have any otherwords of wisdom for a young designer just starting out? Sounds like you knowwhat you speaking about ;)[11:45:45 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Thanks, well I think as Ive said enteringcompetitions and putting yourself out there. Working with known designers

also is very beneficial and experience, its all about racking up those 10000hours, as Malcolm Gladwell says.[11:47:44 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Wise words, it's all about putting in the hours! Howcan people get hold of you and get their fashionista paws on one of yourgorgeous garments?[11:50:32 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: At the moment I'm based out of myhouse with the aim to stock stores by midyear, but the best way to get hold ofme is through my website www.joeljansevanvuuren.com , where one cancontact me to get a garment made or purchase an already made garment.[11:53:29 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: Will definitely bookmark the site and keep an eyeon you! I am dying to get my fashionista paws on a piece of yours! Anyfavourite designer, someone you really admire?[11:56:27 AM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: After doing quite a bit of research lastyear into designers. I really admire the work of Rei Kawakubo who has the labelComme des Gracon, and Yohji Yamamoto, theyve both been doingrevolutionary things for fashion since the eighties. Locally my favouritedesigners are Marianne Fassler and Clive Rundle.


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[12:24:55 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: Haaha! That is hysterical, I am sure you wereput off strawberries for some time after that! It's great to see people

doing their bit promoting clear messages on HIV/AIDS in South Africa!Now my favourite question, I just have to ask - do you have afunny/special quirk that you would bravely tell the ITK readers?[12:28:35 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Umm haha, youve kind of caught

me out here. I cant think of any off hand - okay well a small thing but Ihave a bit of a OCD when it comes to watching series, I can literally sitdown and watch entire seasons and really forget about life!! Its a greatslightly unhealthy escape.[12:30:17 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: Sometimes I believe it is good for the soul toindulge in a bit of escapism! Any favourite series?[12:31:18 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: I agree completely, at the momentits Boardwalk Empire; last week it was The Walking Dead.[12:32:49 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: I have heard that Boardwalk Empire isamazing - haven't got around to watching it yet though! A fun fact - Iknow you have a really amazing tattoo - could you divulge the storybehind that?[12:34:52 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Yes, its quite a big one, my dad isan artist and for my birthday in 2009 I asked him to draw me a tree, oneof our favourite things, and I then got the tree drawing tattooed acrossmy whole back and a little on the side, and man it hurt![12:37:08 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: What is the age old saying - beauty is pain! I

have to say it is one of the most original tattoo's Ive seen and it reallylooks like a piece of art! Before you go, do you have any hot fashion tipsfor the ITK readers?[12:39:22 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: I want to tell people to just be trueto themselves with what they wear and try not worry what people think,and avoid crocs, like the plague.[12:41:21 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: Hahaa - Amen! I think crocs are the ugliestthing ever invented!! Thanks so much for chatting to us today, it wasgreat to catch up and get the man behind the label! Keep well, keep intouch with ITK and we wish you the very best for the future - look forward

to watching you grow![12:42:58 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Thanks Zoe, great chatting withyou! Ill keep in touch.[12:43:28 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: Have a great day! Chat soon :)


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11:58:21 AM] ITK MAGAZINE: That brings me to my next question, you didsome work with Marianne Fassler, she is a really established and iconic SouthAfrican designer, that must have been amazing! Tell us a bit about that?[12:03:04 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Yes it really is amazing, part of studyingfashion design is doing an internship in third year, which for mine I went towork under Marianne Fassler, which was an incredible experience and Ilearnt alot. You can have all the creativity in the world, but if you dont

have the business mind behind it, it wont work. Over the years we've keptin contact and I was given the opportunity last year to work with MarianneFassler and Albertus Swanepoel assisting Marianne Fassler in her collectionlate last year. It was awesome.[12:05:01 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: Wow that must have been an incredibleexperience! Well done to you! So what can we look forward to from JoelJanse van Vuuren himself? I heard a whisper about fashion week?![12:08:22 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: Yes thats my exciting news at the

moment. I have a slot in a fashion show at SA fashion week at the end ofMarch, the show is called Rising Stars and focuses on young designershelping them establish themselves and find out which direction within theindustry they'd like to take. I'd really recommend it to all aspiring designersto do. This is the project I'm busy working on at the moment, new silhouettes,new colour and fabric is always great to work with.[12:10:09 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: Ooh, that is so exciting! Can you let us into yourhead and give us some insight into your design process? Where does yourinspiration come from and how does the magic happen?[12:15:31 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: A lot of current fashion is based on

trends for a particular season, but thats not the way I really want to do it,although to some extent i think everyone does even on a subconsciouslevel. Last year, as part of my dissertation, I explored the idea of usingDerrida's theory of Deconstruction as a design tool to make creative uniquefashion designs, which I then translate into actual garments. I try getinspiration from everything in life, at the moment I am enjoying the work ofthe Pre-Raphaelites.[12:19:05 PM] ITK MAGAZINE: Fashion and art have always been idealbedfellows! I like your idea of translating theory into reality and obviously,this has had an amazing result for you! What is the most ridiculous thing youhave done fashion wise?[12:22:11 PM] Joel Janse van Vuuren: That would definitely be the dress Imade from condoms in late 2009! I entered a fashion competition whichpromoted the awareness of HIV and Aids, it was a lot of fun, and I made itwith strawberry scented condoms which unfortunately made my entire flatsmell like fake strawberries for a while. :)

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Umhlanga Rocks

East Coast Radio

Surfing

Curries

Wild Coast

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DURBAN


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Bankokwok

Bangkok Wok is South Africa'slargest Asian Restaurant brand.From humble beginnings the brand

has grown consistently catering tothe markets growing appetitefor exotic cuisine doneexceptionally well.At Bangkok Wok we welcome youto come and taste exotic Asia.

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Cosmopolitan Restaurant

Cosmopolitan Restaurant is a fusionof contemporary diningsophistication, serving all types ofcuisine, a la carte and buffet styleand is open for breakfasts, lunchesand dinners, as well as late nightsnacks and drinks.

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AL63

AL63 brings authenticcontemporary Italian cuisineto the heart of Durban. Enjoylunch, sundowners or dinner instylish elegance at AL63.

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The Pearls

The Pearls is a lavish CondoDevelopment located in the seaside

town of Umhlanga Rocks, approximately20 kilometres from the coastal city ofDurban.Perfectly positioned along the shorelineof the town, The Pearls Resort offerbreathtaking view of the Indian Ocean.


Oyster Box Hotel

The legendary 5 star Oyster Box Hotel isbeautifully positioned on the ocean'sedge in the beach resort of Umhlanganorth of Durban in South Africa's tropicalKwaZulu- Natal province. The Oyster BoxHotel is located only a 5 minutes walkfrom the Umhlanga Village Centre andcan easily be reached from the Durbancity centre, the International Airports andthe numerous stylish shopping centres.

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Located on Durbans Point Waterfront,Docklands Hotel offers contemporaryaccommodation witha post-industrial dcor. It features anairport shuttle service, free Wi-Ficonnection and access to a nearbygolf course. The guest rooms of theDocklands Hotel Durban Waterfronthave designer furnishings to convey anurban atmosphere.
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eidi Finestone,Lauren Ghelakis Seth Pereira Lisa Korver

Li Edelkoort Lebanette Antonie Grobler

avid Krynauw , Trevon Mcgowan Absolute Girls Annemarie Meintjes


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revor Mithcell, Jules Silvio Rech , Lesley Carstens Simon

anya (T&CO) ABSOLUT VISI DESIGN AWARDS , 2011

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Summer is clearly not

over yet gentlemen, so

lets not slack on our

attire. We may not all be

with a six pack and

torsos that would make

the girls go

weak(although, this is

why we hit the gym a few

hrs a time),but keeping up

with the best trends and

or least trying to, could

make you favourableamongst the (difficult

species-woman)!

A

B

C

A= Swims shorts with stripes or floral patterns alwayslook good. Dont opt for the Speedo look unless

youve been casted for that latest Dolce andGabbana advert not that attractive, plus thefemale tend to shy away from blokes like that.

B= Polo shirts are almost as safe as can be, yetclassical. Depending on the look and brand, youcan almost alter the dress style, from a relaxedlook to a more stylish evening out look. Many greatbrands around, so dont just stop at the Lacoste.

C=Now, we all know how easy it is, to just pull onthose old baggy cargo shorts, it doesnt give youshape and sophistication, so hopefully you have

already opted for a more straight cut look, plaincolours work well.

SWIM SHORTS

CLASSIC POLO SHIRT

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The ULTRA UBER HIP man

doesnt stop at any account

to make sure that he looks

perfectly manicured. V necks,collar style and slim

designs look good and can

boost ego, especially

expressing your individual

style and taste.

We boast three differentlooks, all well suited fordifferent occasions.

Jumpers, knitted vests andof course your jacketsshould almost go hand inhand.

1- This look is perfect for themid day meeting.

2 Very Male Chic and a veryexpressive view of themodern urban hip man.

3 Slightly more classic andperfect for the night out withthe lady, keep colours lightand fabrics soft.


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Style Gorilla's

favourite, pairs of

shoes for march.

Seeing that we are

on a more

classical feel this

month, I decided to

visit the shopping

malls and see

what trendy shoe

stores have to

offer.

I opted for Aldos and this iswhat I found. The practicalbuy cost wise.

GREY LACE UPGrey lace up sneaker typeshoe can be worn casually.

BLACK LACE UP

The black lace up is aperfect combination ofboth, dress up or down.

SHINY BLACK ANKLE BOOTSleek, shiny and very chic, isthe perfect ankle boot

which can be worn withslimline, grey suit or would gowell with pin-stripe.


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Fun has no limits.

The MINI Countryman.

The MINI Countryman takes the hallmark driving fun of the brand into a newdimension.This is the first MINI to come with four doors and a large tailgateas well as a versatile interior offering space for up to five people.The MINI Countryman is the first member of the MINI family with a body measuringmore than four metres in length and which can be ordered as an option with all-wheel drive. With these features, in addition to the Countrymans raised seating

position and optimised ride comfort, the worlds only premium vehicle of its kindcrosses the boundaries of urban mobility to take the trademark MINI feeling intonew dimensions and win over additional target groups.

The latest generation of petrol engines.

Two petrol engines are available in South Africa. The selectionof petrol variants available in South Africa ranges from the MINI CooperCountryman, which develops 90 kW while the MINI Cooper S Countryman, whose1.6-litre four-cylinder engine is the most efficient unit in its displacement class,

produces 135 kW. All variants of the MINI Countryman meet the EU5 exhaust gasstandard in Europe and the ULEV II standard in the USA.

MINI ALL4: Breaking new ground in driving fun.

Optional MINI ALL4 all-wheel drive allows the driving fun you expect from thebrand to be experienced off the beaten track as well. The permanent all-wheel-drive systems quick and precise responses to changing conditions providea new, traction-led expression of the handling talents for which MINI is famed. Anelectromagnetic centre differential positioned directly on the final drive varies thedistribution of power seamlessly between the front and rear axles. The ALL4 systemis available for the MINI Cooper S Countryman.

Newly developed suspension combines quintessential MINI

agility with outstanding ride comfort.

With its precise handling and captivating agility, the MINI Countryman transplantsthe driving characteristics associated with the brand into a new vehicle concept.These attributes are complemented by outstanding ride comfort, equipping theCountryman perfectly for a wider range of usage. Underpinning this issophisticated new suspension technology, which includes a front axle with

MacPherson spring struts and forged track control arms,multi-link rear suspension and the electromechanical power steering system EPS.The MINI Countryman comes as standard with the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)system.


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Design: Undeniably an individualist, unmistakably a MINI.

The MINI Countryman exudes an air of originality, robustness andversatility. Four doors and a large tailgate, a striking roof shape and anupright frontend reinforce its status as an individualist within the MINI ranks. Otherdistinctive features are its MINI proportions and design cues. Shortoverhangs, a high window line, the wrap-around look of the windows andthe cars powerful

over-the-wheel stance create a familiar appearance transplanted ontolarger exterior dimensions. Elsewhere, the Countryman provides a freshinterpretation of characteristic MINI features, such as the hexagonalradiator grille, large headlights set into the bonnet, side indicatorsurrounds, voluminous wheel arches and vertical rear light clusters.

Versatility and innovative details deliver cutting-edge functionality.

The MINI Countryman comes standard with a three-seater bench in therear oras a no-cost option two individual seats for passengers. The rearseats slide fore-and-aft individually or in a 60 : 40 split (three-seat bench),the angle of the backrests can be adjusted, and the backrests can befolded down either individually or in a 40 : 20 : 40 split (three-seat bench) all of which allows luggage capacity to be increased from 350 litres to amaximum 1,170 litres. The MINI Countryman is also fitted as standard withthe innovative Centre Rail storage and fastening system.

Top-class standard equipment, premiere for MINI Connected.

The list of standard equipment for the MINI Countryman includes airconditioning and a CD audio system. A wide range of customisation

options are also available, such as exterior paint finishes and interiorcolours designed exclusively for the Countryman, a host of upholsteryvariants, trim elements and model-specific equipment items, and high-quality audio and navigation systems. A further in-car entertainmenthighlight is the unique MINI Connected system, which includes the news(via RSS feeds), Twitter and web radio functions.

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Two Gauteng design heroes named ABSOLUT VISI Designer of the Year 2011

Architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens are the 2011 ABSOLUT VISIDesigners of the Year. Having spent the past 18 years developing andcrafting a truly African design language, the duo are recognized for theircontribution to the Braamfontein Urban Intervention.

Silvio and Lesley are in a league of their own, says VISI editor JacquieMyburgh- Chemaly. They made the concept of turn-key design their own,creating the most extraordinary fantasy lodges all over Africa, where theydesigned everything right down to the teaspoons. Now theyve brought their

magic to Braamfontein and our city is going to be so much richer for their

contribution.

Now in its fifth year, the ABSOLUT VISI Designer of the Year is regarded as theOscars of the design world. Its the result of a nomination process involvingsome of the most influential design and trend names in South Africa. They areinvited to nominate designers for a particular body of work created duringthe preceding year. Paris-based trend expert Li Edelkoort joins the VISI team inselecting the overall winner. This is only the second time that architects havereceived the award; last year Johannesburg architect Peter Rich was thewinner. The overall prize is a trip to Paris or London to attend a Paul Smith

fashion show, sponsored by Paul Smith in South Africa, and all the nomineesreceive a gift from Paul Smith.

All the finalists and their work are featured on the cover and inside the latestedition of VISI 53, which is on sale now.

Last year VISI introduced a Special Prize for a designer or design team whohad made an overall contribution to the South African design landscape,and not just for a single piece of work. Trevyn McGowan from Source was lastyears winner. This year, Greg Gamble and Philippe van der Merwe fromTonic are the worthy recipients of the Special Award. Tonic is one the few

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Along with South Point developers, Silvio Rech and Lesley CarstensArchitecture and Interiors have been awarded for plotting a design visionthat will not only mean a renewed sense of community but also a better-looking, better-functioning city precinct where urbanites can live, work andplay. They envisage the return to the city centre as an opportunity to solve avariety of problems that face South Africa, including housing shortages,transport and security problems as well as sustainable development.

Their approach is to creatively re-inhabit existing structures (as opposed to

constructing new buildings from scratch) possibly the greenestmethodology in architecture. We found the re-use process in Braamfonteinhighly rewarding [for example, in Grove Square]. Decades of differentarchitecture styles were carved out and unified with a playful approach topublic space, says Silvio. We see a return to the city centre as anopportunity to solve a variety of problems that face our country today from housing shortages to transport and security problems.

Silvio and Lesley have developed a range of other uses for these highlydynamic spaces, the crowning glory of which is the Randlords Bar andLounge on the 22nd floor of the South Point Towers. Their design concept forthe bar is perfectly aligned with a contemporary Johannesburg lifestyle: alittle bit of Africa, a touch of burlesque and a lot of sophistication. Futureprojects on rooftops in Braamfontein include hydroponic farms, which will beused to grow produce for markets and restaurants close to or even in thesame building as these farms. The purpose is to make the produce moresustainable by cutting down on energy-guzzling transport. Other projectsbeing tested on these rooftops include affordable solar and wind farms forgenerating electricity as well as ingenious water-collection systems.

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5 times Arizona Design awards winner , Irish

borne Ryan Mc Elhinney and sought afterinternational designer, has a raw, creative and

very unique vision when it comes to producing

contemporary, pop art and innovative designs.

With his worked commissioned globally and

Ryans new TOY project on the go, it will not

take long before he becomes an household

name and even more so a design darling inthe creative world. ITK met the infamous

designer in London a while back and recently

managed to catch up with him and this is what

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ITK MAGAZINE: Hello Ryan, how are you? The long awaited interview!

RM: Well in Ireland they say Do it slow cos Im in a hurry. Bit like the

measure twice cut once theory.

ITK MAGAZINE: So tell us, Irish borne, living in London, is this first choice ofdestination to live or is there another place close to your heart?

RM: Well I did a year in Paris working for Disney from 93 to 94 and then 7 yearsin Arizona from 94 to 2001 working for 20th Century Fox. But in an Ideal worldId have a studio in a warm climate near the beach. I would love to live bythe ocean. If I get to wear flip flops every day, then Im most happy.

ITK MAGAZINE: What inspires you most about living in London?

RM: The talent in London inspires me most. I moved here for that reason. I hadvisited the Tate Modern on holiday and I remember how inspired I was. WhenI walked out of the museum I turned around and looked back up at the largeTate Chimney and in an instant knew I had to move to London. I went backto Arizona that week and put my home on the market. I sold everything Iowned and after 7 years returned with one suitcase ready to take on theworld. My family is here so thats a massive bonus. darling in the creativeworld.

ITK MAGAZINE: Youre quite a talented individual with good eye for interiorand design elements, what makes every item you create unique to the RyanMc Elhinney brand?

RM: Im most recognisable for my recycling and the fact that most elementsof my design were destined for the trash heap. Also my work is very tongueand cheek. I try to turn designs on their head and make people think why Ididnt think of that?

ITK MAGAZINE: TOY BOY? Explain?

RM: Well Toy Boy is a term I use for my Toy Sculpture collection. I used to be anAnimator and while I lived in Arizona I got into going to charity shops. I foundthat they had 100s of bags of Toys. They were the cheapest thing in the shopso bought a couple of bags and made a little Toy Frame. I experimentedfurther and started making bigger and bolder sculptures. In 2001 and 2002 Iwas awarded Arizona Designer of the Year 5 times and one award was formy Toy Sculptures. Over the years I have perfected my craft and now haveclients all over the world. I think people love the sculptures because they seetoys they played with when they were children themselves and every dayspot something they didnt previously see.


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ITK MAGAZINE: On a more serious note (smile), youve done interiors forsome interesting people, which project to date has been the most fulfillingto do?

RM: Well some clients I cannot name but I designed a large Hair salon forAdrr Phelan in Covent Garden London. My most Fulfilling client is Momo whoowns a very cutting edge Restaurant called Sketch in London. I made him amassive 9ft tall white Toy Tree. I just love this piece.

ITK MAGAZINE: Your lamps, and plastic toys? Very creative concept what

goes in behind the production of one of those?

RM: I source my Toys from car boot sales and Charity shops. Putting themtogether is a trade secret but its mostly about continuity and telling a story

with the toys. You dont just stick them on. You make sure the charactersinteract and look like there is a theme and relationship going on. The lampsare given 4 costs of paint to achieve the mirror like gloss finish.

ITK MAGAZINE: Where would one find your work?

RM: I used to sell exclusively to Lane Crawford in Hong Kong and Liberty inLondon. I now only work on a commission basis.

ITK MAGAZINE: You were not always in contemporary design, in fact youstudied animation? What happened?

RM: I used to be an Animator but I never really had the passion to make it afull time career. It gave me a great life in America but I knew it was notforever. Then the studio I worked at closed down and I took it as a sign tomake the transition into Interiors and Products.

ITK MAGAZINE: Tell us more about LOVE IS characters?

RM: God thats an old one. Well I grew up in the pub business and I used todraw Love is characters for my days customers. I remember I used to drawthem on Leinster Arms headed paper. Thats the name of my Dads old pubin Ireland. I even remember the texture of the paper. It was grey slightlyribbed paper. I drew or should I say copied the characters and paintedthem in poster paints. Im sure they were shocking, but at the time they

looked right. In return I got red lemonade crisps and peanuts. Hence havinglots of fillings now.

I just saw a drawing my God Daughter Grainne did. Shes only 8 and alreadyan amazing drawer. Much better than I was at her age so keep an eye outfor a future star.

ITK MAGAZINE: Are you a Toy Boy? (Throwing it in for good measures)

RM: I wish I was a Toy Boy. I tried being one, but it brings too many problems.I think Ill leave it to the Sculptures eh!


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ITK MAGAZINE: Youve made your mark in UK, are you looking to get yourbrand out to the rest of the world?

RM: Thats the plan hun. I have sold to clients in America, Dubai, New Zealand

and Hong Kong to name a few but yes Id like to see my work everywhere.Im n talks with some Galleries at the moment so we shall see.

ITK MAGAZINE: Are you focusing on any interesting projects at the moment?

RM: Yes, Im working on a series called Toy Soldier and Youth. I am making

sculptures of from Toys of young Soldiers and kids in todays world. Im basingit on the needless waste of young lives on our streets and in wars. Eachcharacter depicts a certain pose and each character has a high beam lightsource emanating from the sculpture.For instance a Toy Youth has a high beam of light coming from the tip of hisgun. This beam of light casts a circle on the ground and inside it is the nameof a victim of gun crime. A toy soldier has a beam of light coming from hishead. This light contains the name of a dead soldier. Im trying to get acharity involved so I can use it to raise some money and awareness. Its quiteraw but if done positively I think it will make people think about it and take thematter seriously.

(ITK AGREES) WE WILL LOOK OUT FOR YOUR CAMPAIGN!

ITK MAGAZINE: What would be the ultimate contemporary design project to

work on?

RM: I would love to design a hotel or a completely recycled home.

ITK MAGAZINE: Irish men are said to have a good sense of humour is thattrue?

RM: Oh of course. You dated one didnt you? Probably the maddest onethere is, so I think you can answer that question. But seriously yes, we love tolaugh. The only downside is we have a lot more wrinkles and laugh lines as aresult.

(NOW, NOW RYAN, NOT SUPPOSED TO SPILL THE EX FAMILY SECRETS HERE!! HA HA)

ITK MAGAZINE: Down time?

RM: Oh I wish there was down time. My mind is always switched on. But aperfect night to me: Summer, flip flops, good friends and sushi. Definitely lotsand lots of sushi, Im past the clubbing thing so dinner with friends around a

big table is perfect.


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ITK MAGAZINE: Music?

RM: Music. I listen to everything. Right now - Paris by Malsom Mc Laren, The XXXand Mumford and Sons.

ITK MAGAZINE: Women?

RM: I love women. I think they are sooo beautiful. When God designed them hedid a great job. They say behind every good man is a good woman. Im stilltrying to find her but Im sure some random day Ill walk around the corner and

bump into her. Im actually very very shy.

(Aawwweee maybe well find a you a lovely South African lass Ladies inbox me-Kidding)

ITK MAGAZINE: THE QUEEN

RM: Alexander Mc Queen. Bless him. He died far too young. What a terribleshame.

On the lady herself, Im Irish so I dont really know much about the monarchy.Im sure she is a lovely woman. I just saw the Kings Speech actually. Greatmovie!

ITK MAGAZINE: Would you bbq Lady Gaga if she popped by your house withher meaty outfit? (smile)

RM: Oh I dont think soo. I think she had done very well for herself but Id love tosee the girl pop out in a pair of jeans, t shirt and flip flops. There is too much OTTstuff going on there for me.

ITK MAGAZINE: Advice to those who wish to follow in similar footsteps to yours?

RM: Be prepared to work your as off for years and years. Get used to hearing NoNo- No. Eventually if you believe enough, that No will become a YES. They sayyou need to spend 10,000 hours at something to be at the top of your game.

Hold on Im going to grab the calculator. MMM thats only 5 years. Maybe ittakes a little longer but I guess that depends on what we deem success. Im notquite satisfied yet.(A true artist is never ever satisfied though).

ITK MAGAZINE: Have you got a website?

RM: Yes, www.ryanmcelhinney.co.uk but it needs to be updated.www.jackslounge.co.uk,

www.jackscs.co.ukwww.windmilltaverns.com

Interview by Nina Zani


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Im lying in my bed and I think of theheadlines I read in major news papers

and posters up around Cape Town yesthe headlines stating , how Shrien took46 tablets.um, trying to kill himself. Its

kind of funny and of course a very sadsituation.

Why would you want to pre meditate killing your partner, in his instance formoney of course. Well speculation is rife and there are all sorts of stories millingaround of him. Did he or did he not?

Did he take those tablets because of stress or because of guilt? At what point doyou lose control mentally, to which it takes you over the edge, when it comes torelationships, love and life?

It seems, in times like these, one cannot even trust your better half even if theymarry you!

The ironic past of relationships were that, we were either paranoid because youfeared that

1. your partner may cheat on you2. or that there is another woman/man, or

3. if you go through a divorce, you would try and take the other person athand for all they have (give it, they treated you badly, or you are just a

money hungry person, who does not care whether or not you leave the otherparty involved penniless) uhum. Im sure that is the norm, especially

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Sadly for those kinds of women or men, in the end, if you look at them

and their lives, are angry, bitter and very lonely people. So does it reallymake it worth your time and effort and energy marrying for money?

Most definitely not, I would think. I would rather go and work on a farm(somewhere where there is champers in the making) cannot work hard,without ending your day with a glass of sparkles now can we? Im onlyjoking.

Money is evil in every sense! You work hard for it; you spend it easilyand then when its done you need more.

Can you imagine what the world would be like if the saying Moneydoesnt grow on trees were in fact, If you plant a penny, it will grow intobank notes ( the high value ones) .It would be one greedy bloodyworld!

Would we be going out there killing people for their pennies?I suppose it would depend on whether or not there are certain penniesthat one can grow or not? Hmmm.

Why for the love of money would one go as far as want to hurt the

otherperson? Someone you love no doubt? Isnt it enough that thethought had crossed your mind?

When does this happen? Is it a case of you (the woman or the man)suck (excuse the pun) in bed or your hips are to big? Or you have a

small (ding dong), you selfish, bitch, bastard, lover, girlfriend or wifeetc.

I suppose it is exactly that though, the greed, the plot (in this case OH YES LETS VISIT AFRICA, SOUTH AFRICA TO BE PRECISE OH IN FACT,

CAPE TOWN FOR THAT MATTERLETS STRATEGISE A SCENARIO), butyou see the important thing to remember is, that , media takeseverything out of context. They always make things seem bigger thanthey are.


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If Mr SD did his homework properly, maybe he couldve done a farbetter job, clearly he did not. Let alone find a celebrity publicist Goodold Maxy to represent him. We all know Max loves a good PR stint and heis good at doing, what he does best = PR.

So if in any way this was Dirty I most certainly agree, the sexy elementwas never existing other than the fact that Mrs A D was an absolutestunner and with the money aspect hey, he is spending more moneynow than what he wouldve had , if he possibly plotted a more stable

exercise. Im not saying he shouldve done this nowhumour me

Ladies and Gentleman, husbands and wives, boyfriends and girlfriendsbest you start checking up on your other halves, before you date, marry,sleep or do anything scandalous with the other involved.

Do the following checklist on them:

A: Monthly bank balance checkif they have 0 balance after a 3month period, then be slightly careful, this is exactly what will happen toyou if you happen to give them your bank cards.B: If they have a fairly ok balance in the account, without the no 0attached to it, then give them a chance, 2 strikes and they are out!C: If there are too many 00000000000, be aware, pack your bags, donttake the door keys, dont even ask for your jumper back, just leave, walkstraight out the door and never look back. Chances are they plotted

and schemed for those over doubly zeros!

You are not seriously reading that are you? Point made. Its tough outthere, relationships have become invaluable and trust something whichis earned in many aspects and sometimes it hits you smack bang in theface and you are left with a big old scar.

If its not good for you walk away and dontlet the mind wander and conspirerwe

cannot all afford Max Cliffor or William Boothand not quite sure what kind of spin MarcusBrooster would put on it and you may justend up in places less attractive with noGUCCI OR PRADA to make you smile.

Written by, Nina Zani


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Situated at 10 Anderson StreetJohannesburg the newly

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Splice

Nestled in one of the most beautifulsuburbs in Johannesburg, SpliceCondo Hotel offers its business &leisure travelers secure convenientand modern urban hotelaccommodation in Johannesburg.Riviera, the up-market suburb inwhich Splice is located shares closeproximity to Killarney Mall, Rosebank,

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93 on Jan Smuts

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ReviewCape Town has a new hot spot, which ITK is much in favour of and gets our top ratingof 3 stars. It is sleek, boudoir, sophisticated and oozes pure indulgence with regards todcor. If you are a lover of decadent and eclectic mix of food, interior and music, thenthis is definitely the place to be. The outside of the building has the quirkiest elementsimplemented into their window display and the colour of the building gives you theidea that youre about to enter fabulous territory.

What am I talking about? Blakes bar and restaurant in upper Buitengracht Street (theold Ginja and Relish). A sister brand to the very popular Opal Lounge; the brand hasonce again taken a step further in creating something special for the most discerning

Capetonian and traveller. No doubt during the winter months, this will be the perfectnight out for a date, hanging with the girls or simply hiring out the venue for a specialoccasion.

The venue is split into three levels, each boasting its creative element. So on our veryimpromptu visit, my partner in crime and I decided to join Blakes for drinks. We optedfor the 3rd level, with a spectacular view of Cape Towns famous Table Mountain. In thecorner of the room, was the set up for a DJ who on this particular evening wasspinning the most soulful funky eclectic beats James Brown to some deeper soundsof the soul/funk world.

The Waiters were delightful and very helpful in fact I ordered something veryparticular that evening, something which was not really on the menu (FrangelicoCoffee) They did not question me, they made it, delivered the drinks, making me ofcourse the happiest person no doubt. Was this service of class? Of top notch quality(Ive had experiences in the past where waiters would give me the word we almostdread the most in hearing SORRY).

My partner in crime and I went on a talking mission and didnt want to be interruptedand if there is one thing they didnt do was hovering over us like lost sheep we wereabsolutely in favour of the atmosphere. The way things were presented and just the

general service. Considering we did not spend much time there, but will do so in future,ITK highly recommends you to visit. Bookings may be essential.

www.blakesbar.co.za

By Nina Zani
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